Brand new 2020 Corvette C8 crashes right after owner takes delivery of the sportscar

The Chevrolet only had 221 miles on the clock before being written-off...

Published: April 06, 2020 16:30 Imran Malik, Assistant Editor

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On 2 April 2020, a gentleman took delivery of the brand new Corvette which made its world debut in July last year. The eighth generation sportscar is the first mid-engine model since its introduction in 1953... Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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The owner, who goes by the name June Bug in his Facebook account, ordered the brand new Chevrolet with the Z51 Performance Package and a few more desirable options. Now, sportscar purchases tend to be emotive decisions but this story is about to get a whole lot more emotional... Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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And that's because a day after taking delivery, the Corvette T-boned a Hyundai Accent driven by a drunk driver without insurance coverage, apparently. Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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It only lived for 26 hours, according to its owner and it looks like it will be a while before he is able to replace it with another one due to the coronavirus pandemic halting production. Chevrolet has said customers will get bumped to the 2021 model year if they cannot get a 2020 model in time due to the pandemic. Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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The accident happened on US 41 near downtown Sarasota, Florida. Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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According to social media posts, the alleged drunk driver of the Hyundai is being blamed for the accident. Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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Due to the severe damage sustained to the Sebring Orange Corvette, the insurance company has declared it a write-off... Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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Following the collision, the Chevy’s airbags deployed and June and his passenger walked away with their lives from the scene of the crash. However, the alcohol-infused driver of the Hyundai needed medical care in hospital. Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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The Corvette only had 221 miles on the clock before meeting its untimely end. It is a nightmare scenario that crosses the minds of every enthusiast upon receiving their new ride... Image Credit: Facebook / June Bug

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